Places And Travel
2026's 10 Most Scenic New Zealand Towns
New Zealand's most scenic towns in 2026 offer unforgettable views, with dramatic mountain landscapes and coastal scenery worth the journey.
The Towns On The Pacific Coast Where Retirees Are Moving To
6 Pacific Coast towns in California and Oregon where Census data shows retirees are actually arriving, compared on home prices, hospitals, and coastal access.
9 Most Peaceful Small Towns In California
9 quiet California towns, including Dunsmuir, Fort Bragg, Kings Beach, and Solana Beach, with trailside waterfalls, coastal beaches, and wine country stays.
The American Buildings Struck By Lightning Most Often
America’s tallest skyscrapers take repeated lightning strikes, with Chicago’s Willis Tower leading the way in recorded strikes.
The Cheapest Beautiful Towns To Live In Oregon
Oregon towns like La Grande, Klamath Falls, Coos Bay, and Pendleton pair mountain, coastal, and river scenery with a lower cost of living than Portland.
11 Best Towns In The Rockies For A Two-Day Recharge
Recharge in the Rocky Mountains with hiking, hot springs, and scenic getaways in Estes Park, Midway, Crested Butte, and more. A perfect weekend escape.
The Biggest Tree East Of The Mississippi
The largest hollow bald cypress east of the Mississippi is in Louisiana’s Cat Island Refuge, holding the national champion title.
Why Water Moccasins Show Up On Docks And Boat Ramps In Fall
Cottonmouths avoid large open reservoirs. A boat ramp is one of the last sheltered edges on a developed lake, and autumn drawdown squeezes them into it.
11 US Coastal Towns Perfect For A Fresh Start
Eleven US coastal towns made for a fresh start, from the Pacific to the Gulf to Maine, with year-round jobs, hospitals, and median homes from $315K.
7 Most Breathtaking Towns In Mississippi
These breathtaking Mississippi towns feature historic mansions and colorful murals, alongside scenic parks and striking waterfalls, making for memorable getaways.
The State Parks Where Rattlesnakes Stay Active Into October
Rattlesnakes stay active into October at state parks from Chino Hills and Palo Duro Canyon to Valley of Fire and Florida's Paynes Prairie Preserve.
8 Great Road Trips to Take in The Finger Lakes
Eight New York road trips through the Finger Lakes circle Cayuga, Seneca, Keuka, and Skaneateles lakes, passing waterfalls, wineries, and gorge trails.
10 Ideal Maryland Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Ten Maryland towns suited to a three-day weekend, with waterfront strolls in St. Michaels and Solomons Island and waterfall hikes near Thurmont and Oakland.
The State Parks With The Most Coral Snakes
Coral snakes shelter in five state parks across Florida and Texas, from Gold Head Branch to Inks Lake. Here’s where they live and how to stay safe near them
These 13 Towns In New York Feel Like Home
Seneca Falls, Owego, Cooperstown, and 10 more New York towns where bookshops, libraries, county fairs, and long-running traditions keep neighbors close.
9 Best Towns In The Great Lakes For A Two-Day Recharge
These nine towns beckon travelers from all over the nation to the Great Lakes region for a two-day recharge full of coastal views, activities, and culture.
UK's 11 Most Laid-Back Towns
Brae, St Andrews, Holyhead, and Penzance lead the UK's 11 most laid-back towns, with quiet beaches, coastal walks, old harbours, and easygoing stays.
South Australia's 11 Best Retirement Towns Ranked
South Australia's best retirement towns aren't all coastal. Wine country and Murray River towns have affordable homes, local healthcare, and plenty of appeal.
The 12 Can't-Miss Towns In The Pacific Northwest
Twelve Pacific Northwest towns in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho, with river museums in Astoria, Pig War camps on San Juan Island, and silver history in Wallace.
11 Most Walkable Town Centers In California's Sierra Nevada
11 Most Walkable Town Centers In California’s Sierra Nevada, where Nevada City’s gaslit Broad Street and Lone Pine’s Whitney views are best explored on foot.
The Longest Wooden Bridge In America
The Longest Wooden Bridge In America is the Cornish-Windsor Covered Bridge, a timber lattice span carrying traffic over the Connecticut River for generations.
The 12 Can't-Miss Towns In The Southern United States
These 12 can’t-miss small towns in the Southern US trade big crowds for walkable downtowns, live blues, working craft studios, and food worth the drive.
The Last Wild Hemlock Forests Left Standing
Old-growth eastern hemlock stands still grow in Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, and West Virginia, protected in national forests and state parks.
The Oldest Resort Hotels Still Operating In America
The Oldest Resort Hotels Still Operating In America span Cape May, New Paltz, Mackinac Island, and Coronado, where Victorian resorts still welcome guests.
9 Best Natural Wonders To Visit on the Gulf Coast This Year
Nine Gulf Coast natural wonders include the Everglades, Texas's hypersaline Laguna Madre, Alabama's Mobile-Tensaw River Delta, and coral reefs off the coast.
10 Wallet-Friendly Small Towns To Retire In Ohio
Practical guide to ten Ohio small towns where budgets stretch, essentials stay close, and venues provide structure for balanced routine.
The National Forests With The Most Bison
The National Forests With The Most Bison include Custer Gallatin, where Yellowstone bison spend the winter, and Bridger-Teton, home range of the Jackson herd.
8 Off-The-Beaten-Path Towns In New England
Trade the tour-bus stops for New England's quieter corners, where covered bridges, working harbors, and Rockwell's own Main Street reward a slow visit.
10 Most Peaceful Small Towns In The United States
10 Most Peaceful Small Towns In The United States. Float the Little River in Townsend, paddle sea caves near Bayfield, or gaze at Kachemak Bay in Homer.
Why Copperheads Turn Up In Yards And Garages In Fall
A copperhead in the garage is not looking for warmth. It is following mice through cover somebody built without meaning to. Why they turn up in autumn.
12 Stress-Free The Poconos Towns For A Weekend Retreat
12 Stress-Free Poconos Towns For A Weekend Retreat include Jim Thorpe, Delaware Water Gap, and Milford, with Victorian streets, live jazz, and river trails.
11 Florida Towns Perfect For A Fresh Start
A fresh start has more room to take hold in these Florida towns, where lower costs, job opportunities, and nearby healthcare ease starting over.
The Trees That Turn Color First Every Fall
Before most forests turn, these trees are already flashing red, gold, and orange, marking the first signs of fall across their regions.
8 Of The Friendliest Towns In Portugal
These 8 friendly towns in Portugal pair warm local hospitality with hilltop castles, Algarve seafood, Trancoso's sweet sardines, and Ericeira's surf breaks.
9 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In New South Wales This Year
New South Wales natural wonders range from Kiama Blowhole and Balls Pyramid to the Walls of China and the Glow Worm Tunnel, with the best season for each.
The 10 Can't-Miss Towns On The Pacific Coast
Whales you can hear from the sidewalk, palm trees in Oregon, and a ballroom built for thousands on a golf-cart island. These coast towns earn the stop.
A Dam Surprise in the North Cascades
Diablo, Ross, and Gorge dams on the Skagit River in Washington's North Cascades power Seattle, and Ross Lake once flooded into Canada, sparking a long dispute
6 National & State Parks In California You Have To Visit
See Earth's tallest trees, the lowest point in North America, and wild condors overhead, all in one state's wildly different national and state parks.
The National Parks With The Most Water Moccasins
The National Parks With The Most Water Moccasins sit in the swampy Southeast, led by Everglades and Congaree, while the Smokies have none.
The Northernmost County In The Lower 48
Lake of the Woods County, Minnesota reaches above the 49th parallel at the Northwest Angle, reachable only through Canada or across the lake by boat.